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Chips vendor dies in crossfire
Two policemen tortured, held hostage by people released on assurance of inquiry
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Sindh’s first olive orchard opens
Pakistan Navy holds harbour cleaning exercise to mark the event
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Musk breakup tweets bruise bitcoin
Cryptocurrency fell more than 7% on Friday
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ICCI chief calls for fixed tax regime
Says it will help in promoting documented economy and increasing tax revenue
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Food security expected to improve
Country reports turnaround in output of almost all crops compared to last fiscal year
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Despite hurdles, FBR issues refunds of Rs250b
Member IR says trying best to ensure speedy payment of refund claims
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Traders seek sizable reduction in taxes
Say it will help revive economic activities in Pakistan
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Cement sales jump 41% in May
Total sales reach 3.94m tons against 2.63m tons in May last year
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Pakistan, IMF to discuss taxes next week
Proposal to increase tax on fertiliser, import of crude oil under review
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Weekly review: Bulls charge as PSX surges to four-year high
Index rises 1,085 points on back of investor optimism ahead of budget announcement
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Canada loses more jobs in May
Canada lost more jobs than expected in May amid continued lockdowns to curb a harsh third wave
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New law being mulled to appoint graft court judges
Legal minds within govt split over inclusion of lawyers in category
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Airlines press US on refusal to lift travel restrictions
Major airlines and industry group officials to hold news conference on Monday
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Govt urged to revamp PARC
Agri sector officials say performance of research departments is deteriorating
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‘Varsities being purged of political interference’
Sarwar says VCs must discourage nepotism, corruption in appointments
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Buzdar okays roads rehabilitation plan
Announces 10 mega sanitation projects for South Punjab
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Fawad says media authority won’t be set up without stakeholders’ input
Minister assures CPNE delegation no step that curbs media freedom will be taken
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Forestation, curbs on pollutants bear fruit
Govt cite Covid restrictions for improved environment
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PU vaccination centre inaugurated
Commissioner says 42 vaccination centres established in the city.
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Iran presidential candidates trade barbs in TV debate
Candidates accuse each other of treason or of lacking education
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Cow vigilantes kill Muslim man, injure four others in India
According to Indian media, the incident took place in a small village of UP’s Mathura district
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A decade of judicial politics
Ever since it was restored in 2009, the superior judiciary has been a main player in national politics
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Where art thou sporting stars of Pakistan?
Baggio and Michael Jordan have recently been given on-screen biography treatment. What about our own local heroes?
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The seeds of rot
In ‘Political Economy of Bad Governance’, Jamil Nasir touches upon issues of power grabbing, corruption and education
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21st century leadership is no walk in the park
Reviewing changes in organisational practices highlights how approaches to leadership are evolving
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Why 5G is still out of Pakistan’s grasp
Lack of 4G penetration and production of outdated cellphones are issues holding back a next-gen technology roll out
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Liberties at risk
One of the most insidious effects of Covid-19 has been its worsening of pre-existing contempt for human rights
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Bomb-sniffing rat retires after award-winning Cambodian career
Magawa, originally from Tanzania, helped clear mines from 225,000 square metres of land in his five-year career
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Govt sets up first passport office in Miranshah
Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid says special funds have been allocated to uplift the erstwhile FATA
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Pakistan receives US emergency supplies for Covid fight
US govt allocated more than $40 million to Pakistan for Covid-19 response assistance
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India to Twitter: Comply with IT rules or face 'unintended consequences'
Technology ministry says social media company has been given one last chance to comply with rules
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Around 100 civilians killed in Burkina Faso's worst attack in recent years
Attackers struck during night, killing residents of village of Solhan in Yagha province bordering Niger
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Xi calls for unprecedented efforts to improve global environmental governance
Chinese president made the remarks in a congratulatory letter to the environment day events held in Islamabad
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Germany colonial-era genocide reparations offer not enough – Namibia vice president
"No amount of money in any currency can truly compensate the life of a human being"
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Canada’s Trudeau blasts Catholic Church for ignoring role in indigenous schools
"We expect the Church to step up and take responsibility for its role in this"
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Australia's Victoria state reports five new Covid-19 cases, Delta cluster grows
Saturday's count was up from four new locally acquired cases on Friday
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Microsoft wins US antitrust approval for $16bn purchase of Nuance
Microsoft has won US antitrust approval for its deal to buy artificial intelligence and speech technology company
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1.45km tunnel planned on Buner Expressway
The most feasible route is from Ambela to Shehbaz Garhi
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Panel named to convert Governor House into varsity
Committee will present feasibility report, says provincial law minister
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Balochistan bifurcates health department
Parliamentary secretary says move aimed at improving service delivery
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Dirty oxygen cylinders spread black fungus
KTH doctors ask hospital board to ensure cleanliness before refilling
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Inter-provincial wheat smuggling bid foiled
800 bags of wheat were being transferred to K-P from Punjab
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Virgin Galactic to fly researcher to space for conducting experiments
In March this year, Virgin Galactic completed its first manned space flight from its new homeport in New Mexico
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Man fatally beaten up by girlfriend’s family dies at hospital
Five booked for beating youth black and blue
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Opposition protests ‘illegal bill’ passage
PML-N claims PTI passed 40% bills without adopting due process
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Rich states haven't done enough for environment: PM Imran
Under PM Imran, Pakistan has undertaken a number of restoration projects, including a 10 billion tree-planting drive
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Rs4,000 cut on annual vehicles token taxes okayed
CM also gives go-ahead to revision in registration fees for motorcycles
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Facebook suspends Trump until 2023, shifts rules for world leaders
Facebook had suspended Trump's account the day after the deadly Capitol Hill riot, determining he had incited violence
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Meter reader behind bars after nabbing cop
Five FIRs registered linking LESCO employee to rioting by banned party
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Four of a family perish in accident
Bus driver on the run after the deadly crash
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SC questions super tax 'burden on common man'
Levy aims at high-earning individuals, industries, big corporations
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AJK CJ voices solidarity with IIOJK people
Addresses opening ceremony of AJKSC golden jubilee celebrations
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Beef sales decline amid donkey meat scam
About 30-40% of local shops shuttered; customers switch to trusted retailers
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Govt moves to tackle flood and inflation pressures
Officials say initial assessments suggest damage to rice and sugarcane crops is manageable
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Court orders unblocking of YouTube channels
Sets aside a judicial magistrate's July 8 order
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Pak, Iran resume direct flights after six decades
Zaheer Abbas Khan, Country Manager of Iran Air Tour, announced the start of direct flights
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President to go on 10-day China tour
During the visit, the president will go to Chengdu, Shanghai and Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
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Govt urged to halt construction on waterways
Encroachments on natural drains blamed for flood damages, economic losses in Sindh
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Senate panels: PTI MPs start resigning
Swati, Afridi resign from key parliamentary committees
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Wife's maintenance not linked to Rukhsati: SC
Says entitlement not tied to consummation or Rukhsati
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23 terrorists killed in fresh anti-terror ops
ISPR says 19 Khawarij neutralised in K-P
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300-day climate action plan on cards
2.4 million people evacuated from Punjab as relief operations continue
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Medical graduates abandon practice
Parental career imposition, meagre income generation force many doctors to drop their white coats after graduation
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PSCA launches inclusive public safety app
Flood alerts, family tracking, crime reporting, disability-friendly tools added
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Faisalabad's historic Clock Tower to get new look
Rs700m set aside for project; Walled City Authority, MCF to oversee works
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China pushes CPEC 2.0 despite fears
Urges Pakistan to ensure security, political stability, timely project delivery
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Govt seeks IMF nod for new tax
Explores Panda bonds, grants, budget diversion to complete medical complex
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PQA to add 30,000 tonnes storage for cement exports
Govt task force plans new berths, truck yards, and support measures to cut costs, boost competitiveness
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Meeting reviews trade performance
Minister stresses market diversification with focus on high-value sectors
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Bureaucratic delays plague barter trade with Iran
Senators direct ministries to protect traders, comply with international obligations
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PSX breaks nine-day winning streak
Index loses 880 points in volatile session; volumes stay strong
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Oil slides 2% on worries about oversupply
IEA says world oil supply will rise rapidly this year due to planned output increases
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Auto sales rebound on small cars, hybrids
Sector jumps 62% to 14,050 units in August, recovering from July slump
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State Bank's reserves inch up by $34 million
Central bank deposits stand at $14.3b; gold prices fall Rs4,100/tola
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Gold prices retreat in Pakistan after reaching record highs
In the international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $36 per ounce to settle at $3,618
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Senate panel debates SBP chief's monthly pay package
Central bank governor receives Rs4m in salary, perks and security
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SMEs termed drivers of industrial revolution
PM aide says Pakistan aligning SME policies with global standards
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PSX reaches new record, crosses 157k barrier
Benchmark index gains 457 points on investor interest in attractive stocks
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Gold holds steady at peak, rupee rises for 24th session
Bullion stands at Rs388,100 as global prices hover near all-time highs
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US investigators recover weapon in Charlie Kirk killing, release images of person of interest
Kirk, 31, author and Trump ally, was shot dead Wednesday during a Utah university talk
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Nepal’s former chief justice Karki expected to become interim PM
Nation's worst unrest in years with 34 dead, more than 1,300 injured erupted over a now-reversed social media ban
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UNSC condemns strikes on Qatar
All 15 members, including US, backs statement
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South Sudan Vice President charged with murder, treason, crimes against humanity
Govt confirms 250+ soldiers killed in attack that also claimed senior officers, including a general
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UN halts aid for Afghans after Taliban bars women staff
UNHCR halted operations at Afghan cash centers after Taliban barred female staff from working on Sept 9
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Belarus frees 52 political prisoners in US-brokered deal
Trump urges Lukashenko to free 1,000+ political prisoners still jailed, rights groups say
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Nepal's army mediates with 'Gen Z' protesters to pick interim leader
Shops, schools, colleges stay shut in Kathmandu, surrounding areas, some essential services resume
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Police, FBI hunt sniper who killed Charlie Kirk in Utah
Charlie Kirk Trump ally and GOP youth leader shot dead at Utah event in what governor called political assassination
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China exports village surveillance model to Solomon Islands
Chinese police pilot fingerprint, data collection to curb social unrest
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Brooks Nader sparks dating rumors with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner at US Open
Sports Illustrated model Brooks Nader was linked to tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner during US Open
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Chivu's Inter still a work in progress ahead of Juve clash
Rookie coach under pressure after Udinese defeat
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Manchester derby offers chance to salve wounds
Isak prepares for Liverpool bow
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De Minaur vows to 'make life difficult' for Belgium in Davis Cup
De Minaur targets strong start as Australia face Belgium in Davis Cup qualifier
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Chanettee takes two-shot lead in LPGA Queen City Championship
Chanettee Wannasaen fires a bogey-free 63 with an eagle to grab a two-shot lead at the Queen City Championship
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Norman says 'we changed the game' as he officially departs LIV Golf
Norman ends LIV era, hints at ‘exciting next adventure’
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Veteran Mexico goalkeeper Ochoa joins Cyprus' Limassol
Mexico great eyes sixth World Cup with Cyprus move
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Man City 'keeper Donnarumma ready for challenge of world's best league
Italian goalkeeper says ‘fully focused to make history and become a symbol for the club’
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Chelsea face 74 charges over alleged breaches of agent rules
Charges primarily relate to the period between 2010/11 and 2015/16
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NBA trailblazer Jason Collins battling brain cancer
He retired in November of 2014
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Man Utd beaten by Brann in Women's Champions League qualifier
Ingrid Stenevik scores header in 76th minute
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Suryakumar Yadav ‘excited’ for blockbuster Pakistan clash
He praises top-ranked Sharma for consistently setting up tone irrespective of target
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Canoe-kayak champion Fox out of worlds after kidney surgery
Jess Fox withdraws from canoe slalom worlds after kidney surgery, prioritising recovery over home title bid
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Soured rivalry: India v Pakistan as 'brothers' clash for world gold
Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem face off in javelin gold at Tokyo Worlds amid India-Pakistan tensions
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Pakistan announce U-17 squad for SAFF Championship in Sri Lanka
Green shirts gear up for Group B clashes against Bhutan, Maldives, and arch-rivals India