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Poll says Imran leads approval ratings
Gallup Pakistan says Nawaz’s ratings improved, with gap between PML-N and PTI narrowing
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Pakistan’s growth to hit 2.4% in FY25: WB
Report says monetary policy expected to remain tight to contain inflation
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SJC unmoved by Naqvi’s resignation
Council to continue proceedings on complaints filed against former SC judge
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IMF board okays $700m loan tranche
Disbursements to Pakistan will hit $1.9b after this amount
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Political parties get e-commerce savvy ahead of elections
Following PTI lead, PML-N launches online store, offering party-branded merchandise
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Death toll from Bajaur bombing soars to eight
Blast occurred near police van transporting officers for security during anti-polio vaccination campaign
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Bus stands to be transferred
Commissioner Mardan division welcomes Secretary Transport on his arrival to Mardan
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Gas pipeline blown up in Bolan valley
Detonation of detonation of IED resulted in huge explosion, causingtdamage to 12-inch diameter gas pipeline
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Waziristan woman jumps into electoral fray
Abida emphasises need to grant women their rights without violating tribal traditions
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Tribeswomen protest against power outages
Protesters said that there was shortage of drinking water due to load shedding in district
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‘Ilm Da Tolo Dapara’ initiative unveiled
Project envisages operationalisation of dysfunctional schools in tribal district
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‘MQM-P afraid of reaching out to voters’
Former CM refutes partisan bureaucracy claims, says interim setup reshuffled it
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Municipalities of six Sindh cities get snorkels
Snorkels provided in the wake of rising incidents of fire in Karachi high-rises
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Two confectionery shop workers killed
It could be case of targeted killing motivated by communal hatred, says police
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Post images of missing persons to social media: SHC
Bench expresses ire over failure to locate missing people despite numerous JIT meetings
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Let the CM know, 1.2m children study on floors in govt schools: SHC
Orders supply of desks within two months, payments to contractors after quality inspection
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‘Data of criminals on bail to be computerised’
IG Sindh directs dept of CPO Karachi to liaise with all legal branches across province for compilation of data
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Cold wave affects daily routines in Hyderabad
Dept forecasts likelihood of fogs/mog in morning hours coupled with continued cold weather in coming days
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ECP, police begin probe into employees’ death
Investigations are underway to unearth what led to their deaths, say ECP officials
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Assefa launches election campaign from Sanghar
Urges people to vote for PPP, elect Bilawal as PM
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Most parents still reluctant to vaccinate their children
Administration announces fines, potential jail sentences for parents who refuse to get their children vaccinated
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Govt set to pay $27.5b debt by Nov
Another IMF programme may be required to ensure smooth debt repayments
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$3b export orders expected at Heimtextil fair
Pakistani exporters securing orders from Europe, other regions
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Google lays off hundreds to cut costs
Microsoft, Google are betting on rising adoption of generative AI technology
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Rupee stays stable at 10-week high
Dollar demand for fuel imports decreases after oil price fall
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Solar panel demand soars as prices plunge
Internationally, solar panel prices have globally dropped from 26 cents to 13 cents
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Drop in T-bill yields propels stocks higher
KSE-100 index surges 697.72 points, settles at 64,617.57
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Sugar sector sees 78% surge in profits in FY23
Earnings reach record high of Rs22b, attributed to rise in sugar prices and higher margins
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Business leaders lament law and order situation
Appeal to Sindh Rangers, police to launch joint operations against street crimes
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Plan sought for garlic self-sufficiency
Potentially eliminating need for annual import of Rs80 billion worth of garlic
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SIFC takes steps to save Rs149b
Cuts 76 provincial projects, freezes PM, parliamentarian schemes
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Attack on democracy
For instance, out of eight past general elections since 1970, four were held during winter months
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A corporation-led China-US truce to benefit all
Washington appears to realise that an improved economic relationship with Beijing is important for its economy
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Building blocks of writing
Panacea is to build writing habit in students that can be achieved first by making them feel comfortable as writers
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Assessing efforts to save our planet
We still do not have global consensus on phasing out fossil fuels
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No more appeasement
Pakistan is not interested in dialogue with TTP confirms its resolve to shun dreaded elements
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Finding a buyer for PIA
Government’s claim that it will protect jobs of PIA employees is also problematic
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Pneumonia outbreak
Punjab govt has declared state of emergency as at least 36 children have died in last 10 days
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Islamabad police empowered to probe cybercrimes
Lawyers term govt move illegal and violation of PECA
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PPP demands more of time for filing objections
Senator Haider says as per law final list of polling stations has to be published 30 days before voting
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Four record statements in Tohakhana case
PTI founder sent on 14-day judicial remain in May 9 violence cases
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Senator Sania Nishtar to head vaccine alliance
Senator Sania Nishtar will be the first female CEO of Gavi vaccine alliance, will take over on March 18
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Bilawal pledges to build 3m houses
Says only PPP can steer country out of crises
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Political analysts say Kaptaan rattling opponents even from behind bars
Experts decry ECP’s ‘partiality’, say institution acting on ‘cues’
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Chinese official lauds US cooperation, walks back 'wolf warrior' talk
China denies reshaping global order, seeks US cooperation, emphasises peace, and global collaboration
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DRAP seizes poisonous solvent used in cough syrup
Drugs authority seizes toxic propylene glycol, linked to child deaths; recall issued, investigation underway
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Faisal Vawda hosts opulent wedding ceremony for daughter
Wedding ceremony features political figures, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's music, and heartwarming father-daughter dance
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Suspects in teacher acid attack injured in police encounter
Police engage suspects riding a motorcycle in gunfire on GT Road
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Imran's associate seeks verdict revision
Mirza Shahzad Akbar challenges court’s directive for action against him
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PTI leader shot dead in Swabi as violence ahead of polls continues unabated
Unknown motorcyclists open fire on Shah Khalid in Swabi Ada area resulting in his death
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President Zardari, PM Shehbaz call for protection of workers’ dignity on Labour Day
Leadership reaffirms commitment to fair wages and social protection
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Sindh Rangers arrest ‘papa gang’ leader in Karachi
Suspect involved in 200–250 robberies, 40–50 motorcycles, 300–400 phones, Rs5–6m cash snatched
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Police officer martyred, two injured in rocket attack on police vehicle in Bannu
DPO says attack followed by intense firing, explosions, Miryan Road closed to traffic
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Pakistan, US reaffirm commitment to 'constructive engagement'
Discussions included prospects for strengthening the historically significant Pakistan-US partnership
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FO in touch with Somalia over hijack standoff
Families of the crew members expressed deep concern over the safety of their loved ones
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PTI leaders reach Adiala after two-week hiatus
Islamabad High Court (IHC) permits Imran to hold meetings twice a week - on Tuesdays and Thursdays
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'Inflation to rise to 8-9%'
Report pointed to continued resilience in key economic indicators
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Government moves to rein in expenditures
Bodies told to curb spending; funds shift aims to sustain relief projects
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Imran's treatment not possible in jail, IHC told
Safdar argued that prolonged solitary confinement was not part of the court's judgment
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PM unveils Rs3.2tr 'Apna Ghar' plan to build 0.5m units
Says initiative to act as powerful economic multiplier Loans of up to Rs10m will be available on easy terms
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Diesel up Rs19.39, petrol Rs6.51 per litre
High-speed diesel is widely used in the transport and agriculture sectors
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Istanbul push seeks Pak-Afghan thaw
Track 1.5 dialogue brings together officials, experts to explore de-escalation
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Airlines reel as jet fuel prices take off
Passenger numbers shrink despite fare cuts, reduced flights
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SC petition challenges IHC judges' transfer
The transfers, approved by the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) on April 28
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Doors on diplomacy not shut yet: FO
Doors on diplomacy not shut yet: FO
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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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FinMin, businessmen discuss reforms
See progress on setting up independent tax policy office
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Investment in AI, robotics sought
Chairman calls on industry to deepen investment in Pakistan across artificial intelligence, robotics, and blockchain
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KSE-100 earnings rise 8.8% to Rs1.24tr in 9MFY26
Banks, OGMCs, refineries drive growth; E&P and fertiliser sectors decline
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Oil shock fuels EV surge, fertiliser sector stable
Mega Motor sees spike in EV demand; Engro banks on domestic gas to shield food security
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PSX sinks 2,830 points on oil, geopolitics
Investor sentiment takes a hit, leading to broad-based selling
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Airport security deal reports dismissed as exaggerated
Procurement for API, PNR systems to follow transparent bidding under PPRA rules, say sources
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Middle East conflict may inflict up to $68b loss on national economy, NA told
Expert briefs committee that the annual impact of 51 days of war on economy is in the range of $10-14b
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PSX sheds 2,829 points on broad-based selling
Oil spike to $126 triggers caution: KSE-100 closes at 162,994
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Global oil price retreats after hitting 4-year high on concern of US-Iran war escalation
Global oil benchmark Brent crude futures were down $2.05, or 1.7%, to $115.98 a barrel as of 1016 GMT
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China's role key to Central Asia linkages
Pakistan, Tajikistan agree to boost transit trade via diversified corridors
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Govt targets 60% fiberisation in three years
Auctions 480 MHz spectrum, raising total capacity to over 750 MHz
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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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Lebanon hunger crisis deepens
Conditions going from bad to worse in Gaza
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Guterres rebukes US over dues
US demanded that cost-cutting include overhauling the UN pension system
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Afghan linked to2021 Kabul airport attack convicted
Prosecutors said Sharifullah helped the Islamic State group's Afghanistan affiliate
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Wang tells Rubio Taiwan is 'biggest risk' in ties
Wang and Rubio last met in-person in Munich in February
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Iran's supreme leader strikes a defiant note
Mojtaba stakes Tehran claim on Hormuz
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Why Pakistan has emerged as the pivotal mediator in the Iran conflict
Gulf states trust Pakistan’s role; Islamabad leads regional talks, keeps close Saudi, UAE ties
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Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says new management of Strait of Hormuz 'will bring calm'
Iran leader says Gulf future without US, new Hormuz rules to boost stability, economy
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Iran warns US of ‘prolonged, painful blows’ amid reports of potential strike plans
'We have seen the fate of your bases in the region; we will also see your vessels,' says IRGC Aerospace Force chief
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Trump criticises Germany's Merz, tells him to stop interfering over Iran
Germany says it is prepared for possible US troop cuts, stresses importance of transatlantic ties
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Gaza flotilla organisers say 211 activists 'kidnapped', 22 vessels intercepted by Israel
Israel's foreign ministry says 20 of the ships 'now making their way peacefully to Israel'
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South Korea to lead joint maritime drill with US for 1st time
Biennial RIMPAC, held since 1971, aims to boost cooperation among participating countries
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Zelenskiy instructs Ukrainian officials to contact Trump team about Putin ceasefire proposal
Says Kyiv is pursuing peace and intensifying diplomacy to help end the four-year war in Ukraine
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9 killed, 13 injured in Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon in new ceasefire violation
Ceasefire strained as Israeli strikes kill civilians in south Lebanon
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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
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Iran, World Cup loom over FIFA Congress
Iran's absence is already threatening to overshadow the meeting
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Arsenal, Atletico settled with a draw
They settled with a 1-1 draw in the Champions League semifinal first leg
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Inter on brink of Serie A title
They are holding a 10-point lead over Napoli
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Ipswich left sweating on EPL promotion
Their promotion will go down to the final day of the regular season
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NZ name T20 World Cup squad
Devine, Bates and Tahuhu were named in the squad
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Unbeaten records on the line for Inoue-Nakatani superfight
Inoue will defend his titles for a seventh time
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Villa, Forest revive European glory days
They are one step from a first continental final in decades
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Enrique predicts more thrills
PSG edge Bayern 5-4 in the first leg of the Champions League semifinal
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Baptiste ends Sabalenka's title defence
She defeated the defending champion 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (8/6) in the quarter final











































































































